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Culture

Around two-thirds of Mauritians are of Indian origin, descended from indentured labourers brought to work in the sugar industry. A further high percentage is Creole (mixed French and African descent), alongside some Chinese and those of Franco-Mauritian descent. Hinduism is the predominant religion, followed by Christianity, Islam and Buddhism, with many religious and cultural festivals celebrated. Mauritius is known for sega, a folk dance set to a rhythmic beat with its roots in the 18th century when slaves performed it.